Arnold Palmer
Arnold Palmer, often referred to as 'The King,' was an American professional golfer and one of the sport's most iconic figures. He won seven major championships and is credited with popularizing golf in the 1960s and 1970s. Palmer's charisma and accessibility helped attract a new generation of fans, and he was instrumental in the creation of the modern PGA Tour. His legacy continues to influence the game today.
Born on Sep 10, 1929 (95 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 2 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +10% | 67,886,011 | 44,662 | $2,700,000 | 1,776$ |
| Canada | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 18,485 | $1,700,000 | 827$ |
| Australia | 1 | 9.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 14,112 | $1,380,000 | 764$ |
| New Zealand | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 2,391 | $210,000 | 104$ |
| Iceland | 1 | 8.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 341,243 | 155 | $24,000 | 11$ |
| Totals | 6 | 136,554,609 | 79,805 | $6,014,000 | 3,482$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
United Kingdom:
The Grand Slam eluded some of golf's greatest names; Arnold Palmer, Tom Watson, Lee Trevino, Seve Ballesteros, Sir Nick Faldo and Phil Mickelson.
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Iceland:
Arnold Palmer is a legendary golfer who won seven major championships but never the PGA Championship.
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United Kingdom:
Arnold Palmer was mentioned as the previous youngest Ryder Cup captain before Keegan Bradley.
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Canada:
Arnold Palmer is recognized as one of the greatest golfers and a winner of the Masters.
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Australia:
Arnold Palmer helps Jack Nicklaus into another green jacket after Nicklaus' nine-stroke victory at the Masters in 1965.
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New Zealand:
Arnold Palmer is a legendary golfer known for his significant impact on the sport.
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United States:
Arnold Palmer, who died in 2016, won four green jackets and is credited with popularizing golf.
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United Kingdom:
Arnold Palmer was a past champion of the Arnold Palmer Invitational and had a significant influence on Rory McIlroy's career.
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